The perfect yoga pose

Siddhasana is known as the “Perfect Pose,'' because one attains perfection in yoga by meditating in this position.

Technique:

• Sit on the floor and stretch both legs in front to ensure the spine is straight and firm Concentrate on an object, while breathing normally
• Bend the left knee and place the sole of the left foot against the right thigh so that the heel touches the perineum
• Bend right knee and place right heel against pubic bone
• Keep hands with palms open if done between sunrise and sunset; otherwise reverse the palms upwards
• Initially it has to be done for few minutes and later it can be extended to forty-five minutes.
• Repeat the process by alternating with the other leg.

Therapeutic benefits:

• Siddhasana directs energy from lower psychic centres stimulating the brain
• Redirects blood circulation to the lower spine and abdomen
• Stabilises and sublimates sexual energy
• Helps in concentration and clarity of mind, and improves memory and digestion.